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WAEC Physics 2016 Objective — Question 5

Question 5 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Physics 2016 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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5. Which of the following substances lowers the surface tension of water? A. Metal B. Sand C. Detergent D. Paper

  • A. Metal
  • B. Sand
  • C. DetergentCorrect
  • D. Paper

Explanation

Surface tension is reduced by impurities such as detergents, alcohol etc., and by increasing the temperature of the liquid.

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